Grab a cardboard box and design your own car!Join us for a reading of "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" then stick around to watch the movie.Open to Ridgewood Library Cardholders ages PreK & up. All participants over 2 must where masks.

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

Please join Carrie Johnson, owner, Smooth Transitions of Bergen County. Carrie is a senior and specialty moving manager located in Ridgewood. Cosponsored by Age Friendly Ridgewood A Zoom Link will be sent to registered patrons

Need something new to read? Grab a warm beverage and tune in as RPL Librarians chat about their current reads. On Facebook Live @ridgewoodlibrarynj. February 2: Villain-tine's Day Reads

Tech guru Mr. Charles presents weekly STEAM classes to expand your mind. February 2, 9 & 16: DIY Circuitry Crafts. Some kits will include hot glue guns that require adult supervision. Kits will be available for pickup at the beginning of the week.Registration required for all sessions. For ...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

Join professional Dungeon Master Eric Cheski in learning about the world's most popular role-playing game! Players will create their own character, choosing their stengths and weaknesses and determining just how they'll be interacting with the world. The group will be writing its own story i...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

Join us for a hands on workshop for all ages to learn about candle making. Let's bring a little light to the winter months with a homemade candle! A perfect gift or a nice item for your home. Each participant will go home with a new set of skills and a brand new candle to bring home.Anyone under...read more

Join Marlene Pillow for this fun music concert via FB Live

Join us as we celebrate the Year of the TigerOpen to Ridgewood Library Cardholders ages 3-7. All children must wear masks. 

One, two, three, four, RPL! Trivia! If you break for birds, rock a lot of polka dots, and have touched glitter in the past 24 hours make sure to head over for New Girl Trivia at Park West Tavern on Monday, February 7 at 8pm. We're going to test your knowledge of the gang from apartment 4D and we...read more

Learn about the artist Fernand LégerOpen to Ridgewood Library Cardholders ages 4 & up. All children must wear masks.Please only register for one Fernand Léger class

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

Roses are redViolets are blueLearn about Valentine's Day GreetingsFrom a history point of viewWe hope you'll join guest speaker Anthony Cavo of the Schoolhouse Museum (Ridgewood NJ) as he shows some Valentine's Day greeting cards from 1900-1910.  You'll learn about the significa...read more

Free/RW; $5/VisitorsPersonal computers are a necessity for modern life, from accessing information to banking to writing to entertainment, but they change fast. With such a fast pace, it can be easy to feel left behind. Let us help you get up to speed with our new computer basics course. The first h...read more

Master the art of making things up with Ms. Rosa. February 9: Build Your Own Pizza - It's National Pizza Day! Describe how you or your characters would create the wildest pizza you can think of! It can be about the biggest pizza ever, or about the sweetest dessert pizza, toppings on a regular pi...read more

Did you know that you can turn a yarn and a paper plate into a bowl? You'll pick up a kit with the materials needed to make a book along with instructions. A YouTube tutorial will also be provided. Kits are available starting February 9th at 9am.Free for Ridgewood, $5 for visitors.Questions...read more

Join Ms Theresa & Ms Robin via Facebook Live for stories, music and fun!

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

See the title. Read the flap. Dig into that YA book! Find your next great read with book speed-dating! Sample a wide variety of books and see if you are compatible with any to take home.Registration required. For teens in 6-12 grade ONLY.

Join us for stories and songs. Open to Ridgewood Library Cardholders. Children must be superived by an adult.All adults and children over 2 yrs must wear masks and mantain social distancing. 

Free/RW; $5/VisitorsCut that Cable will help answer questions like: what's the difference between Peacock, Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. What was Quibi? Why are there different shows on Hulu & Disney+ despite both being owned by Disney? How do I stream from my...read more

GSBC Extra eventGuest speaker:  Beth PotterOnline and open to all! Registration required.House historian Beth Potter will talk about ways to flesh out the “biography” of a house … not the history of the building, but the stories of the people who lived there. Who ce...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

WLC Spanish is TUESDAYS AT 6PM for the Spring season and will be taking a summer break starting June 1. We plan to return in September in person.Registration required. Want to practice your Spanish conversational skills? Join fellow Spanish-language students in this World Language&nbs...read more

The Lost Leonardo (2020; US; PG; 1h 47m) - screening in the Ridgewood Library Auditorium. No speaker. The inside story behind the Salvator Mundi, the most expensive painting ever sold at $450 million. From the moment the painting is bought for $1175 at a shady New Orleans auction house, an...read more

Free/RW; $5/Visitors.Class will be held virtualy via Zoom, with the link being sent out prior to the class.The modern world is full of accounts, passwords, security questions, and all sorts of new management tools that it can feel overwhelming. In this course, we're here to help make things a li...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable pet. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute virtual private sitting wit...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable pet. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute virtual private sitting wit...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable pet. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute virtual private sitting wit...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable pet. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute virtual private sitting wit...read more

Songs and personal stories about the two icons.This event will be held in the auditorium. There is an attendance limit of 40 people and everyone must register to attend. You will also have to wear a mask during the performance.

Free/RW; $5/VisitorsDo you love taking photos but don't know the best way to use your iPhone's camera? We can help with this class full of tips and tricks for taking photos and for storing and sorting them to find later.This class will be taught on iOS 14. If you need help updating your phon...read more

Check out these tracks!Ms Robin will read stories and we'll have some fun with footprints.Open to Ridgewood Library Cardholders ages 3-7. All children must wear masks. 

Join us for a viewing of Paw Patrol (Rated G - 1hr. 28 min)All welcome. Not registration. Masks must be worn by all individuals 2 & up

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

Join us at our first Civics Lab, where we'll explore subjects important in American democracy. Using the New York Times podcast "Nice White Parents" as a launching pad, we'll think, listen, and talk -- not necessarily in that order -- about public education in the U.S.Please listen...read more

Join us for a viewing of Onward (Rated PG - 1hr. 42 min)All welcome. Not registration. Masks must be worn by all individuals 2 & up

True crime authors David Bushman and Mark T. Givens discuss the real murder of 20-year old Hazel Drew in 1908 that inspired the cult-TV series Twin Peaks. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86566996566?pwd=eDJJTHErcFRzckErVk14eDZLdVc1QT09Meeting ID: 865 6699 6566Passcode: 352356

Join us for stories and songs. Open to Ridgewood Library Cardholders. Children must be superived by an adult.All adults and children over 2 yrs must wear masks and mantain social distancing. 

Great Decisions is a member-led world affairs discussion group sponsored by the Foreign Policy Association.  The group meets once a month to discuss readings from the 2022 Great Decisions Briefing book. 

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

For readers and pre-readers in Pre-K through grade 5 who wish to practice their reading skills by reading to a lovable therapy dog. Pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if they are unable to read the words. The child will have a 15-minute in-person private s...read more

Led by Kathleen Entwistle. 

Free/RW; $5/Visitors.Class will be held virtualy via Zoom, with the link being sent out prior to the class.Excel is a complex program and it takes a lot to master it. This next step on your journey to understanding the complexities of the program covers tables, absolute & relative reference...read more

Finish off Reading Marathon month with our friend, local principal, and published author, Dr. Paul Semendinger! Ridgewood Library Cardholders ages 3 & up with adult. Masks must be worn for all over the age of 2.

Join us for our Baby & Me 5 week session. Stories, songs and fingerplay designed to help you and your baby develop pre-reading skills.Open to Ridgewood Library Cardholders. Registration required.Please note: the format of this session is subject to change and all registrants will be notified if ...read more

Join us for PreK Story & Craft 5 week session. Listen to stories and create a craft.Registration required. Open to Ridgewood Library Cardholders

Explore the art, history and culture of PeruOpen to Ridgewood Library Cardholders ages 5-8. All children must wear masks.

GSBC General MeetingCivil War Medical RecordsGuest Speaker:  Craig Roberts Scott, MA, CG, FUGAMonday, 28 February 2022 @ 7pm ESTOnline—all are welcome. Registration required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7738137854859964176The medical records in the U.S. National A...read more